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Tilth Producers of Washington, an association of organic growers, is offering events that celebrate organic food during the special week. For more information, visit the organization’s website.

“I encourage Washingtonians to take part in Washington Organic Week and buy products produced by our outstanding organic farmers and certified organic businesses,” Inslee said.

Organically grown foods make up about 4 percent of Washington’s $46 billion food and agriculture industry. Washington ranks second in the United States in sales of organic crops and livestock with sales of $284 million in 2011.

The state has more than 700 certified organic farms and 90,000 acres of certified organic farmland, said Bud Hover, director of the Washington State Department of Agriculture. Washington is the third largest organic producer in the U.S.”

The department’s organic program certifies about 1,100 organic growers, handlers, and processors. It also certifies materials used in organic production.

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